'Unity Game Services' is a suite of tools created to assist in the backend development of games and other software created on the 'Unity Engine,' or created through other Unity software. Unity Game Services has been in its beta testing phase for several months and is now being released fully.
Some of the tools included in this suite of services are 'Cloud Code,' 'Economy,' 'Relay,' 'Lobby,' and 'Athentication.' Each of these tools streamlines different aspects of software development for backend developers. For example, the Economy tool provides developers with an easy way to create an in-game economy and currency, including convenient in-app purchases. Additionally, the Relay tool allows developers to create secure "peer-to-peer" connections instead of having to purchase a full suite of host servers.
Unity will continue to improve upon its Unity Game Services by streamlining tools and releasing more tools.
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What's Driving This Trend
- Unity Game Services
- An innovative suite of tools designed to streamline backend development of games and software created on the Unity Engine.
- Cloud Code
- An excellent tool for simplifying backend development, making it more cost-effective for developers.
- In-game Economy
- A new way of creating currencies and conduct in-app purchases with great ease in the backend of a game.
Who This Affects Most
- Software Development
- Unity Game Services streamlines backend development, providing software developers with a way to create peer-to-peer connections without purchasing a full suite of host servers, thus reducing costs.
- Gaming Industry
- With in-game purchases booming as an alternative revenue stream, Unity Game Services’ in-game economy tool offers an opportunity for game developers to improve user experience, engagement, and increase user spending.
- Cloud Computing
- Cloud Code provides an easy way for developers to create backend services, perform managed updates, and cut server host costs.
